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1. classification based on ingredients
1) Traditional sojoo ? Moonbaejoo,
Andong Sojoo, Cheongsongbullnojoo,
Oklojoo; This beautifully balanced
traditional liquor has lifted aromas
of rice, barley and other various
kinds of grains. This had been distributed
to Mongolia by way of Arab. During
the King Sejong Dynasty, This has
been widely enjoyed by high society
people.
2) Medical liquor - Gasiogapijoo,
Sansooyujoo, Hongsamjoo, Googijajoo,
Gookwhajoo; These are by far the
dominant variety. They are produced
with various kinds of grains such
as rice and glutinous rice. This
fine wine shows a nice balance of
complex rice-like and nutty flavors
and a long, crisp finish. This has
been used when we perform a sacrificial
rite and hold a memorial service
for our ancestors. However, it is
ideal to toast any celebration.
3) Grains liquor-Jindo Hongjoo,
Gaerong Baekilju, Jeonjoo Ikangjoo;
Grains are fermented with ripe fruit
aromas backed by herb. Its palate
is rich and generous with fruit and
herb flavors balanced by nicely integrated
fine grains. The longer you keep
the better aroma you can enjoy.
4) Mixed liquor ? This has mixed
taste between medical wine and sojoo.
During the period of Japanese colony,
this was well-known to Japanese.
They adorned the labels of richer
and fuller styles, with the leaner,
crisper varieties adopting two kinds.
5) Fruit liquor-Bokboonja joo, Meoroo
joo, Najubae sool, Audijoo; Fruits
are picked and fermented together.
This recipe has been taught by word
of month from generation to generation.
They have perfumed scents, pear flavors
and a softer mouth-feel.
2. Classification of liquor based
on the legality
1) Traditional folk wines; these
are recommended by Cultural Physical
Ministry and Traffic Ministry for
the purpose of encouragement of tourist
product. They are also recognized
by quality control test from government.
2) Special products-Bokbookja joo,
Pyeongchang meoroojoo, Hongkyung
cheonboolnojoo, Jindohong joo; these
are recommended by Agricultural Ministry
3) General products-Andong sojoo,
Jaebiwon andong sojoo; similar to
traditional folk wines |